Nigeria signalled its growing ambitions in global defence technology on Monday as the Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar CON, mni, led the country’s delegation to the opening of the Dubai Airshow 2025 one of the world’s most influential gatherings for aerospace and military innovation.
The high-profile event, declared open by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Emir of Dubai and Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE, brought together global leaders, defence chiefs and top manufacturers shaping the future of aviation and security.
Minister Badaru, accompanied by Air Vice Marshal AY Abdullahi representing the Chief of the Air Staff, toured major exhibition stands featuring cutting-edge aircraft systems, next-generation defence platforms and breakthrough aerospace technologies.
According to the Ministry, Nigeria’s presence at the biennial airshow underscores its determination to deepen international defence partnerships, explore emerging technologies, and position itself as an active participant in global security conversations.
The Dubai Airshow renowned as a premier marketplace for aerospace, space and defence collaboration offers Nigeria an opportunity to engage with industry innovators, strengthen bilateral ties and expand its defence industrial capabilities.
Officials say the delegation is focused on spotlighting Nigeria’s recent advancements in defence technology while exploring new areas of cooperation to enhance national security and support the modernisation of the Armed Forces.